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Bumble introduces reporting for AI-generated profile suspicions
4 days ago
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Bumble introduces new tool for users to report AI-generated profiles amidst rising concerns over authenticity and internet love scams in the growing AI-era.
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Mixed reaction from the AI community on King's Speech
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ai
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government
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pegasystems
The King's Speech lacked the anticipated new AI Bill, sparking mixed reactions and highlighting the UK's focus on cyber security over comprehensive AI legislation.
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Cybercriminals exploit ChatGPT for near-perfect phishing emails
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cybersecurity
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software development
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cybercriminals
ReliaQuest's latest report reveals cybercriminals are exploiting ChatGPT and other AI tools to create near-perfect phishing emails, achieving a 2.8% success rate.
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AI deepfake scams rise in health supplement fraud
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ai
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messenger
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facebook
Bitdefender reports a surge in AI and deepfake tech use by fraudsters on social media, promoting fake health supplements and miracle cures, targeting millions globally.
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Expert warns 'global race' towards AI supremacy must stop now
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misinformation
AI safety expert Justin Olive is urging immediate action to address the rising challenges in AI safety, highlighting the need for strong regulatory frameworks.
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Safeguarding businesses against deepfake threats to employees
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firewalls
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it training
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cryptocurrency
Businesses face growing deepfake threats, as illustrated by a US$25 million scam targeting a Hong Kong employee. Awareness, training, and advanced tools are crucial to safeguard against such risks.
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UN releases global principles to tackle misinformation online
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digital advertising
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hate speech
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elections
The UN's new Global Principles for Information Integrity aim to curb online misinformation and hate speech, facing critique for not addressing deepfakes.
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One in four Australian businesses impacted by deepfake incidents
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email security
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breach prevention
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Almost 25% of Australian businesses faced deepfake incidents last year, highlighting the growing threat of AI-powered cyber-attacks, says ISMS.online.
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AI advances spark both optimism & apprehension worldwide
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cdp
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martech
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ai
Advances in AI spark both optimism and worry, with experts debating its impact on marketing, democracy, and human existence.
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ANZ employees most likely to fall for phishing, report reveals
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
A KnowBe4 report reveals that over a third of ANZ employees are likely to fall for phishing scams, surpassing rates in North America and South America.
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The importance of collaborating AI with human expertise
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cybersecurity
AI is reshaping cybersecurity, by spotlighting the powerful synergy between advanced tech and human expertise in thwarting cyber threats.
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YouTube, the backdrop of a scammer’s play
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email security
Cyberattackers are turning to YouTube to spread phishing and malware through sophisticated scams, deceiving users with deepfakes and trusted spokespersons. Stay vigilant.
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Report reveals UK voters' fears over AI & deepfakes in election
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As the UK election nears, 60% of Britons fear AI and deepfakes could undermine democracy, according to Jumio. Their trust in online political content is dwindling.
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Australians sceptical about digital content reliability says study
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martech
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adobe
Adobe's latest study reveals 77% of ANZ consumers struggle to verify online content's trustworthiness, impacting media consumption and election integrity.
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AI-driven identity fraud on the rise, says Signicat report
Thu, 30th May 2024
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financial institutions
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report
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b2b
A new report by Signicat and Consult Hyperion reveals the growing threat of AI-driven identity fraud across Europe, urging financial institutions to boost their defences.
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There’s a whole new wave of investment scams – and they feature people you might know
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
AI-generated deepfakes are fuelling a new era of investment scams, featuring familiar faces to deceive us. Here's how to spot and avoid these high-tech traps.
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CEOs cautious about AI but focused on growth in 2024: Gartner survey
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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digital transformation
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misinformation
In 2024, 62% of CEOs are prioritising growth, the highest since 2014, signalling strong business confidence in recovery. AI tops the agenda post-Digital Transformation.
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Deepfakes now second most common UK business security threat
Mon, 20th May 2024
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surveillance
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email security
Deepfakes now rank as the second most common security threat to UK businesses, with over 32% experiencing such incidents, a new ISMS.online report reveals.
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Trustwave report highlights public sector's cyber vulnerabilities
Wed, 15th May 2024
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phishing
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email security
Cyberattacks threaten the public sector's stability and security, Trustwave's new report reveals, urging robust cyber defence to protect critical systems.
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Avast report reveals rise in AI-powered cyberattacks & scams
Wed, 15th May 2024
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malware
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phishing
Avast’s Q1 Threat Report spotlights a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks, with 90% of threats involving social engineering, deepfakes, and YouTube scams.